Vegan Sweet Jamun
Indulge in the decadent goodness of Vegan Sweet Jamun, a plant-based twist on the classic Indian dessert that's sure to delight your taste buds. This dairy-free recipe uses vegan powdered milk, cashew yogurt, and melted vegan butter to create soft, melt-in-your-mouth dough balls that are fried to golden perfection. These delicious treats are then soaked in a fragrant cardamom-infused sugar syrup, with an optional splash of rose water for a touch of floral elegance. Garnished with chopped pistachios or almonds, Vegan Sweet Jamun is the perfect combination of rich, juicy, and aromatic flavors. Whether you're serving it at celebrations or savoring it as a delightful treat, these vegan dessert bites are guaranteed to impress. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing recipe celebrates traditional Indian flavors with a cruelty-free approach, making it ideal for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Vegan powdered milk (soy milk powder or coconut milk powder)
- 0.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.5 cups Cashew yogurt (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Neutral oil or vegan butter, melted
- 0.25 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 2 cups Sugar
- 2.5 cups Water
- 1 teaspoons Rose water (optional)
- 2 cups Vegan frying oil (such as sunflower or canola oil)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios or almonds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegan powdered milk, all-purpose flour, and baking soda.
Add the cashew yogurt and melted vegan butter gradually to the dry mixture. Gently mix to form a soft, pliable dough. Be careful not to overmix as it can make the jamuns dense.
Lightly grease your hands and divide the dough into small, smooth balls, about 1-inch in diameter. Make sure there are no cracks to keep them from breaking during frying.
In a medium-sized pot, heat the frying oil over medium heat. Test the oil by dropping a small piece of dough into it; it should rise slowly to the surface.
Fry the dough balls in small batches, stirring gently, until they are golden brown and evenly cooked. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
In a separate medium saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely to create a simple syrup.
Add cardamom powder and rose water (if using) to the syrup. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, then turn off the heat.
Once the fried dough balls are warm (not hot), gently place them in the warm sugar syrup. Let them soak for at least 2 hours, ensuring they absorb the syrup and become soft and juicy.
Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with chopped pistachios or almonds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7811 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 598.0 g | 767% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.8 g | 514% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1245 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 576.0 g | 209% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 455.1 g | ||
| Protein | 62.5 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1873 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 25.0 mg | 139% | |
| Potassium | 2971 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
